Photosynth - Tested and Proven

23rd August 2008 - It is finally out, Microsoft has publicly made Photosynth available. It is a way of combining images to create 3D scenes.

We all know that our eyes can see objects in various if not unlimited angles, hence the 3D effect that we are able to apprehend. To record this, you will need either a 3D video camera or a high end 3D software device maker. Normal digital still cameras can only do one thing, which is to shoot at one single point at one single time.

This is where Photosynth comes in. It picks out common features in multiple images and uses them to work out how the images relate to one another. The processing goes on further by building up a 3D mapping, relating each images, then reconstructs them into the one synth making it look like it is 3D.

The creation of any synths involves snapping away at least 24 images of the focused object, each shots on a different angle. Install the photosynth application, simply create a Windows Live account and upload your images to the Photosynth website.

You can then browse through the final processed image, navigating smoothly and zooming in tiny details. Bear in mind that it may take some time in order for the final result to be available. Have a crack at it.